What Can a Cosmetic Dentist Do for You? Improved facial symmetry, speech, dental hygiene, along with bone and teeth permanence are
just some of the amazing benefits you can expect to get with cosmetic dentistry but the way you look and feel is an important benefit as well. Here, we will discuss types of d ental cosmetic procedures and what they can do for you. TEETH WHITENING Teeth whitening is very popular. Whitened teeth instantly improve the appearance of teeth, even though teeth may be crooked. There is a reason for this. Teeth disproportionately yellow in crevices and other anomalies. Whitening teeth hides these irregularities to provide a more
uniform appearance. In addition, yellowed teeth add years to a person’s appearance. Visiting a dentist is the best and safest way to whiten intrinsic and extrinsic stains. VENEERS AND TOOTH BONDING Innovative technology has changed veneers from what they used to be. Veneers can be placed in front of teeth to help correct gaps, crooked teeth or discolored teeth. This is an excellent
option for teeth that have been discolored by medication or illness. Tooth bonding involves
adhering a material to a tooth that is either damaged or discolored. It is used to help correct a tooth’s appearance so that it matches and functions like other teeth. CROWNS, INLAYS AND ONLAYS Crowns are a common dental cosmetic procedure as well. A crown covers an entire tooth to
help protect a damaged tooth. It can be made from porcelain or acrylic resin to give it a natural appearance. Crowns help to preserve teeth and protect bone mass in the mouth. Inlays and onlays are also restorative methods for preserving teeth, but they are less intensive than
crowns. An inlay sits inside of a tooth, and an onlay may also sit inside a tooth, but it also covers more of the exterior portion of a tooth. IMPLANTS When a tooth cannot be saved for whatever reason, implants may be a good option. Implants are like crowns where an artificial surface takes the place of and functions like a tooth, but it
must be secured in another manner. First, an anchor must be used in the patient’s jawbone to